Best Dressed in Blue & Copper

Another "Best Dressed" Event, another chance to wear one of my 'Best Dresses". This gown, from "::bijou::" is stunning in it's colour combination and vibrancy. My sister Anessa Stine is always tipping me off to great new shops, and "::bijou::" was another winner for sure. Again, a tiny pet-peeve is the lack of glitch pants, but I whipped up some turquoise panties and was good-to-go. Paired with simple pumps, and and funky up-do from "Maitreya" and I was feeling mighty vibrant!



Hair – Maitreya, Sophie (White Glow)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Gloss-Red)
Eyes – Miriel, Hazel Big
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Dress - ::Bijou::, Breeze (bluexcopper)[Shrug & Gown]
Shoes – Tekilah Elytis, Crisis Pumps (HUD Navy)
Earrings – Shiny Things, Code Earrings
Bracelet – Shiny Things, Code Bracelet

What's In My Closet - The Look Of Ivalde

If I had to name the Designer that I indulge in the most in Second Life, it is without a doubt Neferia Abel's ~Ivalde~. She creates looks from Victorian to Modern Day, From Ancient Egypt to 50s' Era Poodle Skirts and literally everything in between. Nef and I have become friends since her shop first came to PIN UPS, one of the first Vendors we had, and now she has a very important place on Retrology. She is a lovely person, endlessly creative, generous and kind, and has a joy and energy about her that shows in her work. Her clothes speak for themselves, and here is a look at all the items that have spoken to me when I enter her shops. (Note: I have purchased several more since this collage of looks was created, stay tuned for more!).



Ivalde 1.
Hair – ETD Couture, The Wavy (Smoky)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Neutral 1)
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Shoes – Crisis Pumps by Tekilah Elytis (Tint, Medium Nude)
Nose – Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
[L-R]
1. Ivalde, Elaine (Black/Red)
2. Ivalde, Siri (Red)
3. Embla, Inga Green Dress
4. Embla, Janette Orchid Dress
5. Embla, Miriam Black Lace Dress
[L-R]
6. Embla, Sirianne Blue Dress
7. Ivalde, Arsinoe Black Egyptian Princess
8. Ivalde, Andrine Salmon Gown
9. Ivalde, Bjorg Blue Gown
10. Ivalde, Moira Black Dress
[L-R]
11. Ivalde, Vintage Thorine Blue Dress
12. Ivalde, Violet Black Dress (Poofy Skirt)
13. Ivalde, Violet Black Dress (Flexi Gown)
14. Embla, Rebecca White Dress
15. Ivalde, Silje Blue Dress



Ivalde 2.
Hair – ETD Couture, The Wavy (Smoky)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Neutral 1)
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Shoes – Crisis Pumps by Tekilah Elytis (Tint, Medium Nude)
Nose – Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
[L-R]
1. Ivalde, Isadora Red Dress
2. Ivalde, Judith Green Dress
3. Ivalde, Laura Purple Disco Dress
4. Ivalde, Lin Hot Pink Disco Dress
5. Ivalde, Agnetha Giraffe Dress
[L-R]
6. Ivalde, Tilje Red Retro Inspired Lace Appliqué & Petticoat
7. Ivalde, Lovinda Black Dress
8. Ivalde, Lovinda Green Dress
9. Ivalde, Lousie Zebra Dress (Look 1)
10. Ivalde, Lousie Zebra Dress (Look 2)
[L-R]
11. Ivalde, Smurfine Dress
12. Ivalde, Edna Green Dress
13. Ivalde, Ellen Red Dress
14. Ivalde, Elvira Tan Dress
15. Ivalde, Joanna Brown & Dark Grey Dress



Ivalde 3.
Hair – ETD Couture, The Wavy (Smoky)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Neutral 1)
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Shoes – Crisis Pumps by Tekilah Elytis (Tint, Medium Nude)
Nose – Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
[L-R]
1. Ivalde, Konstanse White/Black Emo Dress, Red Belt
2. Ivalde, Vintage Isabelle Green Dress
3. Ivalde, Siv, White Gown, Strapless with Floral Print (Roses)
4. Ivalde, Vintage Carrie Blackdress 1960-1970
5. Ivalde, Cora (Aqua 60’s Inspired Dress)
[L-R]
6. Ivalde, Cora (Aqua 60’s Inspired Dress With Jacket)
7. Ivalde, Tove Yellow Dress 1950
8. Ivalde, Vintage Anneli Black Dress
9. Ivalde, Donna Blue Dress 1970
10. Ivalde, Eidrun Green Dress 1960-70
[L-R]
11. Ivalde, Jackelyn Salmon Dress
12. Ivalde, Kassandra Blue Dress
13. Ivalde, Lillian Black & Blue Dress
14. Ivalde, Santina Chartreuse Dress (Short)
15. Ivalde, Santina Chartreuse Dress (Long)



Ivalde 4.
Hair – ETD Couture, The Wavy (Smoky)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Neutral 1)
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Shoes – Crisis Pumps by Tekilah Elytis (Tint, Medium Nude)
Nose – Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
[L-R]
1. Ivalde, Vintage Grace Pink Dress
2. Ivalde, Vintage Maja Mint Dress
3. Ivalde, Antonia Silver Regency Dress
4. Ivalde, Sandy Yellow Skirt Set (Look 1)
5. Ivalde, Sandy Yellow Skirt Set (Look 2)
[L-R]
6. Ivalde, Breakfast at Tiffany Dress
7. Ivalde, Aritha Green Dress
8. Ivalde, Dorothea Wne Bustle Gown
9. Ivalde, Joan Dress With Bolero (Olive)
10. Ivalde, Karianna Beige Dress
[L-R]
11. Ivalde, Sarah Maroon Dress
12. Ivalde, Udela Purple Dress
13. Ivalde, Sheila Tan (Advent Gift)
14. Ivalde, Janice Cherry Set
15. Ivalde, Janice Pink, Black&White Set



Ivalde 5.
Hair – ETD Couture, The Wavy (Smoky)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Neutral 1)
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Shoes – Crisis Pumps by Tekilah Elytis (Tint, Medium Nude)
Nose – Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
[L-R]
1. Ivalde, Betty Boop Shirt Dress & Stockings
2. Ivalde, Delilah (White/Red)
3. Ivalde, Lianne Mint (Long Gown)
4. Ivalde, Lianne Mint (Short Dress)
5. Ivalde, Stine Pink
[L-R]
6. Ivalde, Tove Peach (Advent Gift)
7. Ivalde, Petronella Black (Look 1)
8. Ivalde, Petronella Black (Look 2)
9. Ivalde, Kristine Red&Black
10. Ivalde, Dehlia White
[L-R]
11. Ivalde, Ella Halloween Special
12. Ivalde, Kia Halloween Special
13. Ivalde, Lovinda Halloween Special
14. Ivalde, Ramona Halloween Special
15. Ivalde, Odelia 2 Black Gown



Ivalde 6.
Hair – ETD Couture, The Wavy (Smoky)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Neutral 1)
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Shoes – Crisis Pumps by Tekilah Elytis (Tint, Medium Nude)
Nose – Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
[L-R]
1. Embla, Johanne Yoga Set (Blue)
2. Embla, Johanne Yoga Set (Pink)
3. Embla, Johanne Yoga Set (Green)
4. Embla, Johanne Yoga Set (Purple)
5. Ivalde, Bonnie Set (Cuffed Capri and Tank Top)
[L-R]
6. Ivalde, Kitty Purple Shirt & Knee Length Jeans
7. Ivalde, Britt Emo Stripped Pant/Glove, Print Top
8. Ivalde, Emma Black Halter Top, Prim Wide Capri
9. Ivalde, Emma Black Halter Top, Hotpants
10. Ivalde, Jenny Set – Tank & Plaid Pencil Skirt
[L-R]
11. Ivalde, Polly Red Plaid Mini & T-Shirt (Black)
12. Ivalde, Polly Red Plaid Mini & T-Shirt (White)
13. Ivalde, Merethe1 (Black Shirt)
14. Ivalde, Merethe1 (Violet Shirt)
15. Ivalde, Merethe1 (Yellow Shirt)



Ivalde 7.
Hair – ETD Couture, The Wavy (Smoky)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Neutral 1)
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Shoes – Crisis Pumps by Tekilah Elytis (Tint, Medium Nude)
Nose – Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Jeans – Frangipani Designs, Snowdrop (Black)
[L-R]
1. Ivalde, Anneline Brown Jacket
2. Ivalde, Anneline Olive Jacket
3. Ivalde, Jenna Black Jacket Coat
4. Ivalde, Kita Black Jacket (Long)
5. Ivalde, Kita Black Jacket (Short)
[L-R]
6. Ivalde, Heidi Purple Sweater
7. Embla, Inger Green Top
8. Ivalde, Vera Grey Wool Coat
9. Embla, Jenny Top (Blue)
10. Embla, Jenny Top (Dark Grey)
[L-R]
11. Embla, Jenny Top (Green)
12. Embla, Jenny Top (Orange)
13. Embla, Jenny Top (Pink)
14. Embla, Jenny Top (Purple)
15. Embla, Jenny Top (Red)



Ivalde 8.
Hair – ETD Couture, The Wavy (Smoky)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Neutral 1)
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Shoes – Crisis Pumps by Tekilah Elytis (Tint, Medium Nude)
Nose – Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
[L-R]
1. Ivalde, rMira, Green Set
2. Ivalde, Toril Black Discosuit, 1970 – Flared Leg
3. Embla, Amanda Orange Plaid Pant/T-Shirt
4. Ivalde, Lotte Green Set
5. Embla, Mia Cherise Shirt [Jeans – Frangipani Designs, Snowdrop (Black)]
[L-R]
6. Ivalde, Lisa Green Set
7. Ivalde, Lisa Red Set
8. Ivalde, Mya Burlesque Set (Red, PIN UPS Exclusive Colour)
9. Ivalde, Ingeborg Silk Robe
10. Ivalde, Charlotte Yellow
[L-R]
11. Ivalde, Beate Swimsuit (Black)
12. Ivalde, Beate Swimsuit (Red)
13. Ivalde, Tanja (Black Bikini)
14. Ivalde, Liv Green Silk Set
15. Ivalde, Wonder Woman Camisole Set

Redheaded Stranger

My 'Red Headed Strangers' Look. When my RL sister, Anessa Stine, who is a huge part of my SL messaged me to say she had bought this outfit, among others from Casa del Shai. I had to know which colour. Although we usually don't buy the same outfits if we can help it, this one was simply to stunning for me to walk away from. She got "Sky", I got "Sea", and it is so amazing. The colour is fantastic and I knew it would pair well with red hair for the Redhead event @ PIN UPS. The necklace is so amazing too, Swallowtail makes some really amazing pieces, and this is one of my new faves!



Hair - ETD, Roslin (Copper)
Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Earth 4)
Eyes - Freak Fantasia, Mustard Green
Blouse, Slacks - Shai, Dakota Pantsuit (Sea)
Shoes - Crisis Pumps I by Tekilah Elytis, HUD Menu Tintable
Earrings - Paper Couture Basic Hoop Earring (Freebie, Tinted)
Necklace - Swallowtail, Sculpted Rose Necklace
Ring - Caroline's Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire

Look At Me, I'm Sandra D!

No lie, every time my friend Neferia Abel of ~Ivalde~ had a new release, I pretty much buy everything she puts out in at least one colour. When I saw this amazing YELLOW Poodle skirt set, how could I resist! First of all, the colour is fabulous and one I haven't seen yet in SL. Secondly, the details are perfect, and leave it to Nef to make a classic fresh and fun! The skirt comes in a Poodle and Non-Poodle option, or you can wear the Poodle Blouse or the plain. I can see myself wearing the Poodle Blouse with a pair of High Waisted Cigarette Pants too. This hair is a INSTANT FAVE, from TRUTH, and comes with flowers in a variety of great colours. he perfect look for the 50s SOCK HOP at PIN UPS!



Hair - *TRUTH* Antie (Silver) with Antie Hair Flower in Yellow (Included)
Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Rubies)
Eyes - Celestial Studios Optics, Natural Series (Hazel)
Poodle Skirt Set - ~Ivalde~, Sandy Yellow Skirt Set (Blouse, Scarf Included, 2 Shirt & Skirt Options)
Bracelets - [Woo's] Black & White Checkered Messy Bangles
Shoes - Crisis Pumps I by Tekilah Elytis
Brow - ITF Brow Dual Ball
Ring - Caroline's Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire

Pretty in Pink

I love [MG Fashions], and when i got word of new releases I hurried over to grab em' up! I am in love with the new "London Calling" collection, and of course, colour choices is my only stumbling point when it comes to MG. I loved the Pink Jacket on sight, and decided on the Burgundy Sequin Skirt to complete the look. When a "Best in Pink" event arrived at PIN UPS, I was all set to go. I love the trendy hair at Philotic Energy, and this style is Punky Chic and so fun. I love updos lately, anything that shows off my ears is great! A chance to show off earrings is NEVER a bad thing.



Hair - Philotic Energy, PE Ocean (White)
Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Gloss-Mauve)
Eyes - Celestial Studios Optics, Natural Series (Hazel)
Jacket - [MG Fashions] London Calling Collection - Vinil Jacket (Pink)
Skirts - [MG Fashions] London Calling Collection - Sequin Skirt (Burgundy)
Shoes - Tekilah Elytis, Crisis Pumps (HUD Controlled Tintable)
Brow - ITF Brow Dual Ball
Nose - Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud
Ring - Caroline's Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Earrings - (CREAMSHOP) Skull Rhinestone Earring Set